While it feels a bit like we know what to expect as we head into the assumed Google hardware event in October, things keep popping up to make us think there could be more on offer than we expect. There’s been talk of an Ultra version of the Pixel 7 and for longer than we […]
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Pixel 7 and 7 Pro early hands-on reveals differences with the Pixel 6 line
Google gave us all a first look at the next generation of Pixel devices at this year’s I/O conference, revealing that this time around, the Pixel 7 devices would have a more polished look while still keeping with the design language made popular by the Pixel 6 — which has become synonymous with the Pixel […]
Continue ReadingPixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro pass through FCC, Pixel 7 Ultra and Pixel Notepad absent
A few days ago, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro passed through the FCC. This isn’t unexpected or that noteworthy at this point as Google has already shown off both phones back in May at I/O 2022. For electronics to be marketed and sold in the US with radios and wireless connectivity, they have […]
Continue ReadingPixel’s At a Glance widget will show status from food delivery apps
The At a Glance widget is a feature of Pixel phones that either gets lots of love or lots of hate. Whatever your feelings are on it, it’s no secret that it is an integral part of the Pixel experience and one that easily distinguishes the Pixel launcher from others. The widget has also been […]
Continue Reading5 Android apps I’m enjoying on my Pixel 6 Pro right now that you may not have heard of
While I did cancel my Google Play Pass subscription and no longer really browse through the apps section of the Play Store, I have amassed a number of interesting and unique apps which I’ve gone on to rely on over the past year. I’m always in search of new and exciting experiences, and ever since […]
Continue ReadingPixel 6, no turning back
Well ahead of the traditional schedule, Google has officially released the next iteration of Android to eligible Pixel devices. The update to Android 13 brings with it a slew of new features that you can read about in Johanna’s full coverage here. Most exciting for us here at the Chrome Unboxed HQ is the fact […]
Continue ReadingPixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro get massive discounts as the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro loom large
As we hit the midway point of August, Google’s fall hardware event is beginning to feel that much more tangible. While we don’t have an official date just yet, leaks point to October 6th as the pre-order date for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, giving us a clear indication that we should likely […]
Continue ReadingGoogle may be purposefully holding back the Pixel 6a’s screen
In some recent news that has me a bit befuddled, it seems that Google has shipped Pixel 6a devices that are actually equipped with 90hz displays. Though Google advertises the Pixel 6a as a 60hz phone, the hardware in the device says different, and an it appears an Android modder has unlocked the silky-smooth framerates […]
Continue ReadingPixels get commute traffic info back in “At a Glance” widget
One of the things I love about Pixel phones is the “At a Glance” widget that presents you with helpful information on your home screen when you need it. Recently, the widget has been gaining even more functionality that constitutes quality of life improvements, such as flashlight reminders, air quality alerts, and a Nest doorbell […]
Continue ReadingWith the Pixel Notepad rumors swirling, Gboard’s split keyboard feels even more timely
At the beginning of June, Google’s Gboard virtual keyboard app finally rolled out support for a split layout. If you’ve used larger-screened touch-oriented devices in the past decade, you likely know why this is such a big deal. Starting with the iPad years ago, the advent of split keyboard layouts has paved the way for […]
Continue ReadingOnce again, the Pixel 7 Ultra is making headlines and is questionable at best
Well, it’s August and that means it is time for the Pixel hype/rumor train to really start revving up. I talked a few months ago about the fact that Google’s relatively-transparent unveiling of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro at Google I/O 2022 took a lot of the steam out of the leak machine […]
Continue ReadingPixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a receiving additional update to fix GPS
If you own a Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, or Pixel 6a, get ready for a software update that will begin rolling out over the air and continue over the next week. As usual, these updates roll out in phases and depend on your carrier network. This update is exclusive to the aforementioned Pixel […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Pixel 6a now eligible for Android 13 Beta 4.1
Following the device’s launch date on July 28th, the Google Pixel 6a received its first security update. This patch brought the system from the April 5th update, which is what the phone ships with, to the June update. However, an option to enroll 6a devices in the Android Beta Program was unavailable at launch, leaving […]
Continue ReadingGoogle looks to be moving back to an early October hardware event this fall
Starting back with the original Pixel phone in 2016, Google has mostly stuck with October as their month of choice for releasing their new handsets each year. The date has moved around from year-to-year, but I don’t think I’ll ever forget the hype around that first event slated for October 4th, 2016. We talked about […]
Continue ReadingThere’s still life in the foldable Pixel Notepad as a new camera feature emerges
While the Pixel Notepad – known prior as the Pixel Fold – was never exactly cancelled, repeated delays have cooled the fire around this interesting foldable phone from Google in the past few months. With all the news from I/O 2022 showcasing devices like the Pixel 6a, Pixel Buds Pro, Pixel 7/7Pro and the 2023-bound […]
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